Opening ceremony a big hit
Leader photos by T. SCOTT BOATRIGHT
The Piney Hills Harmony Chorus sings the National Anthem during Friday night’s opening ceremony for the Dixie World Series.
Ruston City Councilwoman Carolyn Cage (left) and Ruston Mayor Ronny Walker share a dance during Friday’s festivities.
Team Louisiana (wearing purple) and Team Ruston (wearing red) wait for Friday’s opening ceremony to begin.
Dixie Youth Baseball Commissioner Wes Skelton addresses the crowd.
A player from Piedmont, Alabama, celebrates after crossing the stage and being introduced.
Players on a team from Columbia, Mississippi, look on as their remaining teammates are introduced.
Players from Spring Hill, Florida, watch as teammates cross the stage after being introduced.
A team from Perry, Georgia, lines up to cross the stage and be announced to onlookers.